In the second match of the day, ODU defeated Virginia Tech 30-15, the Monarchs are now 17-13 all-time against the Hokies. Freshman Bryan LaShomb faced former Great Bridge teammate Justin Staylor, and came out victorious by a 4-3 decision. David Mendoza and Adam Wright both beat their Hokie opponent by fall.

"I think we wrestled well," comments head coach Steve Martin, "We fought hard against Bloomsburg but came up short. I was disappointed but I think we rebounded well; we won some key matches against Virginia Tech, now we look forward to coming back tomorrow and putting together another good performance"

Old Dominion will take the mat again tomorrow as they take on the loser of no. 2 University of Pennsylvania/North Dakota State at 10:00 am. For results and information on the 26th annual Virginia Duals please visit www.virginiaduals.org or www.intermatwrestle.com.